About Periodontists

With a
variety of medical practitioners specializing in oral care, a Periodontist
specializes in the health of the gums and tissue surrounding the teeth. Periodontists provide diagnosis,
and treatment of periodontal disease, oral inflammation and infection of the
gums.

In an examination a Periodontist inspects the gums for any recession or
loose teeth and checks how the teeth bite together. The periodontist will
assess the health of the gums, supporting tissue (periodontium) and the bone
below the gum line using a variety of different techniques including manual
checks and also employing the use of X-ray imaging.

Conditions treated by a Periodontist include severe
gum disease, gingivitis, periodontitis, receding gums, swollen or bleeding
gums, and the effects on the health of the teeth and gums due to disorders and
illness such as addiction, smoking, diabetes mellitus as well as hormonal and
genetic changes.

Treatments provided by Periodontists includes scaling and root planing
to remove infection as well as removal of infected or damaged tissue using a
range of surgical procedures. Periodontists perform the placement and repair of
dental implants as well as cosmetic procedures to the gums.